Accounts Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Job Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to join our clients finance team as an Accounts Assistant. The Accounts Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the wider business, focussing on accounts payable and receivable, expense management, and financial record-keeping. The ideal candidate will have strong numerical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable:

• Process invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Verify and reconcile vendor statements.
• Prepare and process payment runs.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and issues.

Accounts Receivable:

• Generate and send out invoices to customers.
• Follow up on overdue payments and communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances.
• Record customer payments in the accounting system.
• Reconcile accounts receivable ledger.

Expense Management:

• Review and process employee expense reports.
• Ensure compliance with company expense policies.
• Reconcile expense accounts and prepare reports for management review.

Financial Record-Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare financial reports as needed.

General Administrative Support:

• Provide administrative support to the finance team as required.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Studying towards a professional certification (e.g. AAT, ACCA).
• Knowledge of relevant accounting regulations and standards.

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